EPISODE · Jul 13, 2025 · 1H 10M
Faith After the Unthinkable: A Mother's Journey Through Loss, Purpose, and Resilience
from Why Do People Do That? · host Stacy Pellettieri, LCSW and Heather Harten. LCSW
What happens to faith when the unimaginable happens? In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Minister Elder Empress, who opens up about her faith journey after the devastating loss of her son. Together, we explore the sacred and often silent struggles of motherhood—mom guilt, generational trauma, identity, and the unbearable weight of grief. She shares how leaning into faith and cultivating a healthy belief system became her lifeline—a source of purpose, resilience, and a way to reframe even the darkest moments. This conversation is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the healing that can come from surrender, belief, and community. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhyDoPeopleDoThat Visit our website: https://whydopeopledothat.com/ If you'd like to contact Stacy and Heather or learn more about their practices, visit the following sites: Long Island Counseling Services - www.longislandcounselingservices.com District Support Services - www.districtsupportservices.com ADHD Training Center - www.adhdtrainingcenter.com Follow the "Why Do People Do That?" Podcast on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whydopeopledothatpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569908326130 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whydopeopledothatpodcast This episode was produced at Press Record Studios in NYC: www.pressrecordstudios.com
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